
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northbrae Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA from $400 (8 Rentals)
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1770 La Loma

2430 Prospect

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The Laureate

2315 College

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Northbrae, Berkeley, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northbrae?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northbrae Studio Apartments | $2,670 | $1,108 | $3,800 |
| Northbrae 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,621 | $850 | $4,500 |
| Northbrae 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,811 | $472 | $6,279 |
| Northbrae 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,774 | $612 | $8,850 |
| Northbrae 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,787 | $845 | $6,554 |
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Cheapest Available Northbrae Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northbrae area of San Francisco, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Collab@Oxford priced from $472. FOUND Study Southside Berkeley has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $845. Here are the most affordable Northbrae apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collab@Oxford | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $472 |
| FOUND Study Southside Berkeley | 4x2 - Double - Berkeley 26-27 | 4BR,2BA | $845 |
| 1770 La Loma | Third Floor | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northbrae, CA
As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northbrae area is the $4.08 price per square foot 3 Beds, 1 Baths Model at The Laureate in the in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood starting from $3,750. The second greatest value Northbrae apartment is the 1A Model at Metro 510 starting at $2,875 with a $3.39 price per square foot in the Midtown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northbrae apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Laureate | 3 Beds, 1 Baths | 3BR,1BA | $4.08 |
| Metro 510 | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
| Collab@Oxford | 3X2 | 3BR,2BA | $0.80 |
| Fourth and U | Addison | 1BR,1BA | $3.63 |
| ArtHaus Telegraph | Cal Suite | 4BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| 2025 Francisco St. | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $4.11 |
| 1122U | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath A | 2BR,1BA | $4.46 |
| 2015 Haste St. | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $4.40 |
| FOUND Study Downtown Berkeley | A2 (1 Bed/1 Bath) | 1BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| 1770 La Loma | Third Floor | 1BR,1BA | $4.34 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleNorthbrae, Berkeley, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northbrae Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Northbrae?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Northbrae is at 2333 Channing Way listed at $1,895.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Northbrae Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Northbrae Apartment is $850 at 1770 La Loma.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Northbrae Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Northbrae is starting from $472 at Collab@Oxford.
What is the most affordable Northbrae Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Northbrae Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Collab@Oxford and starts from $612.
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